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Mississippi Insight for March 3, 2024: Expansion Advances
SUMMARY: House and Senate Republicans in Mississippi are working with Democrats to pass some form of Medicaid expansion, despite Governor Tate Reeves' strong opposition. Lawmakers are seeking to address health coverage gaps and improve healthcare access in the state. House Speaker Jason White introduced a Medicaid expansion bill, emphasizing the importance of providing opportunities for health insurance to all Mississippians. Critics, like Russ Latino, have voiced concerns about potential risks of expanding Medicaid, such as overcrowding the program and impacting labor force participation. Governor Reeves focused on economic gains and education in his State of the State address, without mentioning healthcare. Despite recent economic development projects, Democrats are advocating for attention to areas with higher unemployment rates, like west of Interstate 55. Stay tuned for more political and current affairs coverage on Mississippi Insight next week.
House and Senate lawmakers from both parties advance landmark bills aimed at Medicaid expansion, despite the governor's opposition. Russ Latino shares his concerns about expansion in a conversation with 12 News' Byron Brown. Produced by Tom Wright.
SUMMARY: The month has been warmer and drier than usual, with above average temperatures in the Pine Belt area. A southernly breeze is helping to make the warm weather more comfortable. Rain is expected to increase in the near future, with isolated storms on Sunday and a greater chance of rain on Monday. The rain may help to cool things off slightly, but the warm conditions will persist. Despite the rain, there is a drying out trend expected in the coming days. Overall, expect warm and muggy weather with increasing rain chances in the near future.
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SUMMARY: Jones County law enforcement leaders are required to undergo training on federal anti-discrimination laws following allegations from a former employee. The settlement agreement also includes a $55,000 payment to the former employee who filed a complaint of discrimination and civil rights violations. In other news, delays continue for the River Avenue Bridge Project, with completion dates shifting. The weather forecast predicts rain after a dry April, and a new school funding formula is heading to the governor's desk. Additionally, a community event in Wesboro aims to provide support for those affected by gun violence, and a charity event in Hattisburg raises funds to feed the hungry.
10pm Headline 4/27
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SUMMARY: Food banks and soup kitchens in Mississippi received extra food from a fundraising event in Hattisburg. The annual Road Race raised money for Extra Table, an organization that supports food pantries and soup kitchens across the state. Cyclists and runners from Mississippi and other states participated in the event, with about $100,000 being raised. Participants took part in races of various lengths, all in support of feeding the hungry through Extra Table. The event also included a criterium race in downtown Hattisburg. The community came together to help those in need and support a good cause.
Extra Table fundraiser gathering funds to purchase extra food.
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Extra Table fundraiser gathering funds to purchase extra food
River Avenue bridge opening bumped back by supply chain delays
Nick's Saturday PM Forecast 4/27
Annual 'Day of Service' attracts some 450 USM students to volunteer
10pm Headline 4/27
Medicaid expansion decision still hanging in the balance
Community organizations hold juvenile justice forum
Double Decker’s day two sees large crowd, great weather
CPD makes Aggravated Domestic Violence arrest
Seniors of “Mayor’s Youth Council” honored for accomplishments
Sister of Mississippi man who died after police pulled him from car rejects lawsuit settlement
2 dead, 6 hurt in shooting at Memphis, Tennessee block party: police
At Lake High School in Scott County, the Un-Team will never be forgotten
Forest landowners can apply for federal emergency loans
One injured in Mississippi officer-involved shooting after chase
Cicadas expected to takeover north Mississippi counties soon
Viewers make allegations against Hatley teacher, school district releases statement – Home – WCBI TV
Nationwide health alert issued for ground beef over potential E. coli risk
Vehicle struck and killed man lying in the road, Alcorn County sheriff says
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River Avenue bridge opening bumped back by supply chain delays
Nick's Saturday PM Forecast 4/27
10pm Headline 4/27
Extra Table fundraiser gathering funds to purchase extra food
Annual 'Day of Service' attracts some 450 USM students to volunteer
Medicaid expansion decision still hanging in the balance
Community organizations hold juvenile justice forum
Double Decker’s day two sees large crowd, great weather
Jackson families receive free health screenings, entertainment
Families attend 2024 Lynch Street Festival
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